CM Omar Abdullah announces ₹2 crore cash reward for J&K’s maiden Ranji Trophy win
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday announced a cash reward of ₹2 crore for the Jammu and Kashmir cricket team following its maiden Ranji Trophy triumph.
Calling it a watershed moment for Jammu and Kashmir cricket, he said the landmark win has filled the entire region with pride and inspiration.
In a post on X, Omar announced a cash reward of ₹2 crore for the players and support staff after their “emphatic” victory over Karnataka on their home turf.
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Omar had on Friday reached Hubbali in Karnataka to cheer for the J&K cricket team, which had taken a massive first-innings lead and was almost certain of lifting the trophy for the first time.
“The players will also be entitled to government appointments under the recently notified rules for outstanding sportspersons,” Omar said.
Published on Feb 28, 2026
